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Accidents at the Strutt Mills
How dangerous was it to work in the Strutt Mills of Belper and Milford?
Step inside the world of Britain’s early industrial workforce and uncover the hidden dangers of mill life. Using rare evidence from the Strutts’ own accident books alongside dramatic contemporary newspaper reports, this fascinating talk reveals the true scale of risk faced by men, women, and children working in the mills. Packed with eye-opening facts, compelling statistics, and real human stories, it shows how accidents shaped daily life — and how new legislation slowly began to change working conditions. Some of the findings overturn common myths and may surprise even those familiar with industrial history.
A must-see talk for anyone interested in social history, industry, and the people behind the machines.
Step inside the world of Britain’s early industrial workforce and uncover the hidden dangers of mill life. Using rare evidence from the Strutts’ own accident books alongside dramatic contemporary newspaper reports, this fascinating talk reveals the true scale of risk faced by men, women, and children working in the mills. Packed with eye-opening facts, compelling statistics, and real human stories, it shows how accidents shaped daily life — and how new legislation slowly began to change working conditions. Some of the findings overturn common myths and may surprise even those familiar with industrial history.
A must-see talk for anyone interested in social history, industry, and the people behind the machines.
Sunday 22 February
These are all taking place at 6pm at No28 on Belper Market
Place, Belper , Derbyshire DE56 1FZ
6 pm Our heritage talks are now all available to book via our website: www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar and it's £6 per ticket (plus booking fee)
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